Nina soni, former best friend : Nina soni series, book 1

Nina Soni is a lovable, distractible Indian American girl with big plans and cast of family and friends to help her make her realize her dreams—or resolve the chaos that often results. Nina tried as hard as she could but still somehow forgot about her school project. Fortunately, a class lesson about Alexander Fleming suggests how she might make a great discovery—and thus a great project! But with little sister Kavita's birthday party right around the corner, and her longtime friendship with Jay on the rocks, Nina has a lot to keep track of. Middle grade readers are sure to relate to author Nina Soni and her entertaining efforts to manage her life with lists, definitions, and real-life math problems. Perfect for STEAM enthusiasts. Meet Nina Soni! An #OwnVoices chapter book series starring a lovable, distractible Indian-American girl and her family and friends. Great STEAM-themed read aloud. "A sweet and entertaining series opener about family and friendship." and#8212; Kirkus Reviews Nina tried as hard as she could but still somehow forgot about her school project. Fortunately, a class lesson about Alexander Fleming suggests how she might make a great discovery--and thus a great project! But with little sister Kavita's birthday party right around the corner, and her longtime friendship with Jay on the rocks, Nina has a lot to keep track of. Readers are sure to relate to author Kashmira Sheth's endearing Nina Soni and her slightly scatter-brained efforts to manage her life with lists, definitions, and real-life math problems. Also available: Nina Soni, Sister Fixer Series Discussion Guide available. Awards: Best Children's Books of the Year / Bank Street College of Education Outstanding Achievement Awards / Wisconsin Library Association Rhode Island Children's Book Award (nominee) / Rhode Island IRA Chapter, RILA, REIMA Parents' Choice Recommended Award / Parents' Choice Foundation Meet Nina Soni! A chapter book series starring a lovable, distractible Indian-American girl and her family and friends. Great for STEAM-themed read-alouds. "A sweet and entertaining series opener about family and friendship." -- Kirkus Reviews Nina tried as hard as she could but still somehow forgot about her school project. Fortunately, a class lesson about Alexander Fleming suggests how she might make a great discovery--and thus a great project! But with little sister Kavita's birthday party right around the corner, and her longtime friendship with Jay on the rocks, Nina has a lot to keep track of. Young chapter book readers are sure to relate to author Kashmira Sheth's endearing series starring Indian-American Nina Soni and her slightly scatter-brained efforts to manage her life with lists, definitions, and real-life math problems. Ideal for diverse book collections. Awards: Best Children's Books of the Year --Bank Street College of Education Outstanding Achievement Awards --Wisconsin Library Association Rhode Island Children's Book Award (Nominee) --Rhode Island IRA Chapter, RILA, REIMA Parents' Choice Recommended Award --Parents' Choice Foundation The first title in a new series featuring a lovable, distractible Indian-American girl and her family and friends. Nina tried as hard as she could, but still somehow she forgot about her school project. Fortunately, a class lesson about Alexander Fleming suggests how she might make a great discovery-and thus a great project! But with little sister Kavita's birthday party right around the corner, and her longtime friendship with Jay on the rocks, Nina has a lot to keep track of. Readers are sure to relate to author Kashmira Sheth's endearing Nina Soni and her slightly scatter-brained efforts to manage her life with lists, definitions, and real-life math problems Organized but sometimes forgetful Nina has a lot to keep track of as she rushes to complete a school project, help with little sister Kavita's birthday party, and make up with best friend Jay